1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 260 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | GL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
